- Trump reacted to Justin Trudeau’s resignation by reigniting talks about the US taking control of Canada
- The incoming US president claims doing so would lower taxes and protect the Canadians from China
- He also continued his musings about the US taking control of Greenland
Trump revives talks of taking control of Canada and Greenland
President-elect Donald Trump has again floated the idea of the U.S. taking over Canada and Greenland, just hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned, ending his nine-year tenure.
Trudeau stepped down on Monday, citing political gridlock. Trump reacted on his Truth Social platform, suggesting that a U.S.-Canada merger would eliminate tariffs, lower taxes, and enhance security against Russian and Chinese threats. He claimed Canada relies on subsidies to stay afloat and implied Trudeau’s resignation was tied to these issues.
This is not the first time Trump has mused about annexing Canada, though a recent poll shows only 13% of Canadians support the idea. Trudeau’s resignation comes weeks before Trump’s inauguration, leaving Canada vulnerable to Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian goods. Critics argue Trudeau’s timing undermines Canada’s ability to prepare for the economic fallout.
Trump also reiterated his desire to take over Greenland, praising its “magnificent” landscapes and claiming its people support his “Make America Great Again” vision. Trump Jr. is set to visit Greenland soon, though Danish authorities confirmed the visit is personal and not tied to official talks.